6 h. ago Czan and Christy: Better zoning is how we'll meet Ottawa's housing needs

Appropriate building heights, less red tape, modular homes — the city can create a zoning regime that welcomes innovative construction.

Culture

3 d. ago Kavanagh: Complex housing needs can't just be left to the city

The federal and provincial government need to lend support if we wish to truly end the cycle of homelessness for those with health or addictions challenges.

Other

3 d. ago Proposed zoning bylaw won't help Ottawa's housing crisis, says advocate

The comprehensive zoning bylaw proposes caps to building height in some low-density neighbourhoods.

Other

3 d. ago Proposed zoning bylaw won't help Ottawa's housing goals, says advocate

The comprehensive zoning bylaw proposes caps to building height in some low-density neighbourhoods.

Other

4 d. ago City officials unveil converted office building as 'major milestone' in transitional housing

The building will offer transitional housing for 140 single adults who are experiencing homelessness, with a focus on newcomers to Canada.

Politics

8 d. ago White House confirms U.S. will restart trade talks with Canada

OTTAWA — White House adviser Kevin Hassett says the U.S. will immediately restart trade talks with Canada, after Prime Minister Mark Carney eliminated Canada’s digital services tax. President Donald Trump suspended talks with Canada on Friday over the tax. More coming.

Economics

9 d. ago Homelessness in Ottawa has reached a record high. What can be done about it?

The total number of homeless people in Ottawa is projected to increase by 58 per cent by 2035 if additional investments aren’t made in housing.

Sport

1 week ago Opinion: Gregor Robertson on jumping back into politics and his new role

Opinion: Partnering with the private sector and other levels of government is essential for Ottawa to deliver affordable housing, says Canada's new housing minister.

Politics

1 week ago Today's letters: Transitional housing for hospital is a great idea

Thursday, June 26: For those in stable condition who still need more than home care, being right across the road from the hospital would be fantastic, says a reader. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Science

3 w. ago Liberal MP wants to see major projects bill amended, studied further

OTTAWA — Liberal MP Nate Erskine-Smith says he wants the House of Commons to sit for another week to study Prime Minister Mark Carney’s major projects bill. Erskine-Smith was the only Liberal to vote against his own government’s closure motion, which limits debate time on Bill C-5. The Liberals and Conservatives passed a closure motion […]

Politics

3 w. ago Liberal MP Gould gets key committee chair, while NDP frozen out of spots

OTTAWA — House of Commons committees are taking shape for this session of Parliament with a top spot for Liberal Karina Gould and no representation at all for New Democrats. Gould, the MP for Burlington, was elected to chair the influential finance committee for this session of Parliament, with Conservative Jasraj Hallan and Jean-Denis Garon […]

Other

3 w. ago Queensway Carleton Hospital interested in developing transitional housing on federal land, MP says

Could a parcel of land owned by the federal government support housing and healthcare in Ottawa? Housing advocates and politicians hope so.

Sport

3 w. ago Ottawa's 'disjointed' supportive housing system falling short, new report says

The city will implement several improvements to its supportive housing strategy after an audit said it wasn't meeting the needs of users.

Other

3 w. ago Deachman: Should new housing be built on iconic Sussex Drive?

The NCC, which so far hasn't managed to refurbish 24 Sussex, wants to liven up the street. Some residents oppose the idea. But what do we have to lose?

Other

3 w. ago Many Hands housing project aims to bridge lack of accessible supports

Its goal is to ensure adults with disabilities can live independently within safe residences.

Other

4 w. ago Gray: Ottawa is building affordable housing for older artists

Finances can be precarious for creative people, particularly as they age. A unique partnership aims to offer them an equally creative solution.

Culture